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Why Shutting Down USAID Could Be a Huge Mistake

February 11, 2025

USAID, a key player in global development, has been facing potential shutdown talks. Recently, employees went to their offices only to find they couldn't enter. It turns out billionaire Elon Musk wants USAID to close its doors. And apparently, President Trump is on board with this. USAID ha

health

Link Between Kawasaki Disease and Immune Disorders.

February 11, 2025

Imagine this: A group of kids followed for a dozen years. What do they have? Kawasaki, and immune system issues. You cannot find much information on this link. So, scientists dug into the data on these kids, but that is not all. The focus is on figuring out the risk of immune problems in those who h

politics

Ukraine's Midnight Strikes and Diplomatic Maneuvers Draw Attention.

February 10, 2025

Ukrainian forces made a nighttime assault on a Russian airfield in southern Russia. Reports say the strike ignited a blaze at Primorsko-Akhtarsk airfield, used to dispatch Iran-designed drones into Ukrainian territory in border regions from the Krasnodar region. The Ukrainians have develope

politics

Shake-Up at Roscosmos: New Boss Takes Steps in Space

February 10, 2025

Russia recently got a new director for its main space organization, Roscosmos. The current President of Russia has told Borisov you\ have to go. With Dmitry Bakanov has taken over the role once served by Yuri Borisov. This change follows a series of setbacks, losses of satellites, and corruption sc

politics

Afrikaners get an Unexpected Ally in Trump's Claims of Victimhood

February 9, 2025

There's something fascinating happening in the corner of racial politics in South Africa. Black-haired, tee-called and blue-eyed Afrikaners, descendants of European colonists with a particular Dutch flavor, have long been singing the tune that they are the real victims in the wake of apartheid. Ma

health

Farewell to the Pioneer of Nursing Sciences

February 9, 2025

A vibrant retirement celebration unfolded on September 17, honoring a trailblazing figure in nursing. The event marked not only the end of one journey but also a moment to reflect on the accomplishments of a prestigious position. The ceremony was a mix of warmth and reflection, offering a panoramic

politics

Radical Right Wingers Unite

February 9, 2025

Imagine a gathering where right-wing political leaders from across Europe flaunt their approval of the controversial moves by the U. S president. These leaders can leverage his approval to gain some leverage over other political parties in their own countries. This was no ordinary summit meeting. I

technology

Unspoken Impact: Trump and the Whiplash of Chinese Imports

February 8, 2025

US shoppers are faced a surprise with some purchases online. The prices went up, and some products were nowhere to be found on two gigantic ecommerce platforms, Shein and Temu. These two sites, owned by China, make the shopping convenient for some consumers. As of this ye

politics

Help Cut Knocks Down Global Aid Network

February 8, 2025

Imagine a world without health supplies for 20 million HIV sufferers. What would happen if medicine and food support for vulnerable children disappeared, leaving them at war and disease. Picture struggling governments already weighed down by heavy debts, having to struggle much harder. This troublin

politics

Shifting Views on USAID: The Trumps' Changing Stance

February 8, 2025

Imagine this: the Trumps weren't always so down on USAID. Once upon a time, they were all for it. Melania and Ivanka Trump were on a roll, using USAID money to make things happen. First up, Melania Trump. She was in Africa, showing off the good that USAID was doing. "We care, and we want t